2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue

To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mazda 3 2008 Nissan Rogue
Make Mazda Nissan
Model 3 Rogue
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 2405 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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